We are dedicated to cultivating optimal health and wellbeing for all people, in every community.
Introduction
Key elements of the initiative include:
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Fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders
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Providing an organizing framework and access to timely data
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Promoting evidence-based practices to support early childhood development
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Advocating policies that prioritize maternal, infant and early childhood wellbeing
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Addressing medical and social determinants of health
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Enabling targeted interventions responsive to each mother-infant dyad
The First 1000 Days
This pivotal period, from preconception to a child's second birthday, lays the foundation for lifelong health and well-being. Our initiatives during these early years aim to provide every child with the best start in life, focusing on comprehensive care that addresses medical, psychosocial, and environmental factors. We emphasize proper nutrition, nurturing environments, and responsive care to establish crucial cognitive, emotional, and physical building blocks for development.
Childhood
As children grow, we provide tailored interventions that support their health and development. This includes promoting positive social relationships, learning opportunities, and a sense of belonging within the community. By focusing on the social determinants of health, we aim to create environments that foster well-being and resilience in every child.
Adulthood
In adulthood, our efforts shift to addressing the various challenges and opportunities that arise. We focus on promoting healthy lifestyles, supporting mental health, and enhancing community engagement. Our goal is to help adults lead thriving lives by providing resources and interventions that address the complexities of work, relationships, parenting, and community involvement.
Elderhood
As individuals age, our focus turns to ensuring a dignified and fulfilling later life. We emphasize the importance of maintaining social connections, engaging in meaningful activities, and making health-promoting choices. Our initiatives aim to reframe the narrative around aging, highlighting the strengths and opportunities that come with this stage of life.
Key Principles
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Opportunity for All: Every individual deserves the chance to flourish and possess the core capabilities to fully participate in society.
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Lifelong Well-Being: By focusing on key life stages, particularly the first 1000 days, we provide an optimal foundation for lifelong health and well-being.
Community Engagement
Active citizen participation is crucial in co-creating policies, programs, and interventions that effectively assist individuals and families. Community engagement fosters inclusion, empowerment, and shared responsibility for enabling all members to thrive. By integrating multilevel interventions and emphasizing individual-centric assessment and care, we ensure tailored support that meets the unique needs of each person.
By embracing a comprehensive, life course approach to health, the Institute for Salutogenesis aims to lead a paradigm shift in health and well-being, envisioning a future where every individual has the opportunity to achieve their best health across all stages of life.